A real insider tip with mighty volcanoes, idyllic countryside and thermal baths
Temples are just as worth seeing as Nagasaki, a city with a moving history. Experience Beppu, a city with over 3,700 hot springs - a true Mecca for lovers of relaxing baths in hot thermal water. You will also have plenty of time for bathing in the onsen in a traditional ryokan, a historic Japanese inn - with all modern amenities. The volcanic landscape in the Aso-Kuju National Park, for which you will have plenty of time, is a dream come true.
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Extend your stay on Kyushu in Okinawa Honto, the largest of the Ryukyu Islands deep in the south. The island and its surroundings are home to an astonishing variety of species, including dugongs, the Okinawa woodpecker and the Okinawa rail. Culturally, Okinawa boasts nine UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
You will be met at the airport and taken to the city by private transfer. After checking in, your local guide will take you on your first orientation walk in the city, which is considered the culinary capital of the country. The cosy city has a lively nightlife.
1 overnight stay in 4★ Overnight in Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel, Superior Double Room – Details about the hotel
In the morning, take the bullet train from Shin-Osaka Station to Hakata Station in Fukuoka. Upon arrival at the station, a private transfer will take you to the hotel.
After checking in, the rest of the day is at leisure. Fukuoka has something for everyone: a rich history, delicious cuisine and breathtaking nature.
2 nights in the 4★ ANA Crowne Plaza Fukuoka, King Premium, Lounge Access, breakfast – Details about the hotel
Fukuoka owes its nickname of a Mediterranean city in the centre of Japan to the pleasant temperatures and the positive attitude to life of the locals. After breakfast, your local tour guide will welcome you to explore the highlights of the city with you. First you will go to Kushida-jinja, the city's most important shrine, in the centre of which the annual Hakata Gion Yamakasa Festival takes place. You will then visit the Yanagibashi Rengo Ichiba fish market, whose origins date back to 1916.
Afterwards, head to Ohori Park, located in the heart of Fukuoka and known for its beautiful pond and tranquil surroundings. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Optionally, you can also explore the flat city of Fukuoka by speed cross bike in the morning. The first destination is the temples and shrines in the old town, where the guide can explain the difference between Shintoism and Buddhism from the perspective of a local. The tour then takes you through small side streets to the park where the ruins of Fukuoka Castle are located.
Learn more about the history of the city at the Korokan Historical Museum and enjoy the changing seasons in the beautiful Ohori Park before reaching the sea. Take a walk along the coast, refreshed by the sea breeze.
For lunch, treat yourself to tonkotsu - ramen with pork bone broth that originated in the city and is now considered by many experts to be the best ramen in Japan!
In the morning, you will meet your tour guide at the hotel and take a private transfer to Nagasaki. On the way, you will visit Arita, which is known throughout Japan for its fine pottery and ceramics. The artisans of this small town have been among the most skilful in Japan for four centuries.
An astonishing mixture: the porcelain park is reminiscent of Germany, the central building is modelled on the Dresden Zwinger. After a short tour, the journey continues to Nagasaki, where you check into your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure.
2 nights at Hotel New Nagasaki Next, Standard Twin Room, breakfast – Details about the hotel
After breakfast, you will meet your tour guide and explore the city of Nagasaki together, which is considered the centre of Portuguese, Dutch and other European influences.
Firstly, we visit one of the city's highlights: Urakami Cathedral was built in 1895 and was one of the greatest symbols of Christianity in Japan. Destroyed during World War II in 1945, the survivors decided to rebuild the church and the building was completed at Christmas of the same year.
Nagasaki Hypocenter Park is located 500 metres from Urakami Cathedral and is one of the most impressive places in the city. Visit Ground Zero and the Hypocenter, where the atomic bomb was dropped at 11:00 on 9 August. In the centre of the concentric circles is a cenotaph commemorating the victims and the remains of the walls that have survived since this tragic event.
Not far from the city centre is the Shiroyama Elementary School, which was catastrophically damaged during the atomic bombing, but was then rebuilt as a symbol of peace. Visitors can enter the museum, where photos and artefacts from that time are on display.
In the morning, you will travel by private transfer directly to the hotel in Kumamoto. After checking in, you will meet your tour guide in the afternoon and start exploring the city together. Firstly, you will visit the large and well-fortified castle of Kumamoto, for which the city is most famous. It was built in 1607 by Kato Kiyomasa and has a magnificent exterior with pronounced defences and a magnificent interior.
In addition to the castle, the city has one of the largest and most impressive collections of Japanese gardens in Suizen-ji Park, and in the Hosokawa residence you can visit one of the few remaining samurai residences. The rest of the day is at leisure.
2 nights at ANA Crowne Plaza Kumamoto, King Bed High Floor Room, breakfast – Details about the hotel
Today you will travel with a tour guide by private transfer to Aso in the beautiful Aso-Kuju National Park, which impresses with its fantastic volcanic landscape. Visit Aso Shrine, one of Japan's many Shinto shrines, which can look back on around 2,500 years of history. Stroll around the shrine, visit traditional shops and taste the "precious water" from one of the 20 wells and water springs in the area.
You will then travel by private car to Kurokawa Onsen, one of Japan's most attractive hot spring resorts, located deep in the countryside. You will stay in a ryokan, a traditional Japanese inn. Special highlight: a bath in the accommodation's onsen, an old-style hot spring bath.
2 nights in a 4★ Ryokan Sanga, Japanese style room, breakfast – Details about the hotel
After breakfast, meet the tour guide and travel together by private car to Beppu, one of the country's most popular onsen resorts. Unlike other hot spring resorts, Beppu offers various types of baths - hot spring baths, mud baths, steam baths and even sand baths.
Then it's on to Yufuin, a spa town with traditional Japanese hotels and hot springs that cover the entire area at the foot of Mount Yufu. Yufuin is a good choice if you want to be close to nature.
Optionally, you can go on a Beppu Hells Tour: You will experience the region's hellishly bubbling ponds. Experience the fascinating cobalt-coloured hot spring Umi Jigoku, also known as the hell of the sea, whose 98 °C hot water gives it an eerie aura. Oonishi Bozu Hell, an actively bubbling mud bath, is also located in the same area.
Lunch will take place in the Kannawa area, one of the oldest onsen districts in Beppu. Here you will have the opportunity to try the unique culinary experience of jigokumushi, where local ingredients are cooked in geothermal steam pots. After the healthy meal, follow the guide on a walk through the steamy atmosphere of Kannawa, past traditional ryokans, quaint shops and the thick steam rising from the street.
In the morning, you will travel by private car to Yufuin Station, where you will board the Yufu-no-Mori panoramic train, which travels through beautiful scenery on its way to Hakata Station in Fukuoka. On arrival at Hakata Station, take a taxi to Fukuoka Airport for your flight to Osaka.
1 overnight stay at the 4★ Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel, Superior Double Room – Details about the hotel
In the morning transfer to the airport and return flight to Munich.
In the morning, you will travel by private car to Yufuin Station, where you will board the Yufu-no-Mori panoramic train, which travels through beautiful scenery on its way to Hakata Station in Fukuoka.
1 overnight stay at the 4★ Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel, Superior Double Room – Details about the hotel
In the morning, transfer to the airport and flight to Okinawa. After being welcomed by your tour guide, the first stop is Shuri Castle, which was the political and cultural centre of the Ryukyu Kingdom for centuries. Although the building was destroyed by fire in recent years, there is still much to discover here to understand the origins of Okinawan culture.
From there you can stroll through the historic streets, the Kinjo-cho Stone-Path Road, where the daily life of the locals is shown. Discover the local gardens and indigenous vegetation that thrive in the tropical climate. Witness the timeless harmony between the Okinawans and their natural surroundings, an enduring testament to their pursuit of well-being.
At the end of Kinjo-cho Stone-Path Road, enjoy a delicious experience at a local restaurant where an authentic Okinawan lunch is served. The local delicacies are a popular way to see how different Okinawan cuisine is from mainland Japan.
After lunch, you and the tour guide part ways and you can continue to explore the city on your own or return to the hotel on your own.
2 nights in the 4★ The Naha Terrace, Club King Room, breakfast – Details about the hotel
Meet with a private guide at the hotel and start with a tour of the local market. This bustling shopping arcade is home to local shops selling fresh produce and seafood that will be used in today's cookery class. The produce purchased is seasonal but usually includes regional vegetables such as goya and sweet potatoes as well as handmade tofu.
After the market, head to the kitchen where a cookery instructor is waiting to introduce guests to authentic Okinawan recipes. Help prepare traditional dishes based on the ingredients that are said to contribute to the longevity of the Okinawan people.
After you have parted company with your tour guide, the rest of the day is at your leisure.
The morning is at leisure until the private transfer to Kansai Airport. Then flight to Germany.
You want to see more of the beautiful island of Kyushu - then stay a few more days in Okinawa. The southernmost prefecture is usually still completely unknown to Europeans: Far away from mega metropolises like Tokyo, tangerines and mangoes grow, bougainvilleas and hibiscus shine, the wind rustles through mangroves and sugar cane fields.
The Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel is an elegant city hotel located in the city's landmark Abeno Harukas. Guests enjoy the hotel's luxurious amenities with on-site restaurants and bars, a fitness centre and high-speed internet.
Gastronomy
If you're looking for innovative Western cuisine, Japanese dishes and teppanyaki tables, Restaurant ZK is the place for you. This energising fine-dining restaurant offers sweeping views by day or glittering vistas by night. Start your morning with a breakfast buffet and end your day with a fresh, seasonal buffet-style menu. COOKA is a bright and airy restaurant serving takeaway lunches straight from a vibrant live kitchen. Relax in the Lounge Plus or bar with fantastic views of Osaka's skyscrapers.
Spa
Keep fit in the fitness centre: even during a 24-hour workout, you always have a view of the Osaka skyline.
The ANA Crowne Plaza Fukuoka is close to the cosmopolitan entertainment and shopping districts. The vibrant Canal City shopping complex and the Nakasu entertainment district with its outdoor food stalls are just a short walk away. The modern rooms offer high-speed internet and luxurious beds for a good night's sleep. International programmes can be found on the flat-screen TV.
Gastronomy
Fukuoka's famous gastronomic scene with its sea-fresh seafood, famous shochu and freshly brewed sake inspired the hotel restaurants. At the All Day Dining Crowne Café, you can enjoy a large buffet that is adapted to the season and time of day - with a choice of up to 30 dishes for lunch and dinner. Tao Li Restaurant presents traditional Chinese flavours with a refined, modern twist. At Yamagasa restaurant, Kyushu seafood of the highest quality and the finest meats are charcoal-grilled on Japanese "Binchotan". Special Wagyu courses feature grilled Imari beef from the Saga Prefecture region and various high-quality local seasonal ingredients.
Spa
In the fitness centre you will find running machines, exercise bikes and weights.
The New Nagasaki Next is a good address for exploring attractions such as Jigokudani, Matsumoto Castle and Zenkō-ji Temple. The rooms and common areas were extensively renovated in 2020. The rooms are elegantly and modernly designed and tastefully furnished. The rooms and suites are spread over 25 floors and some offer a beautiful view over the city.
Gastronomy
The breakfast buffet offers freshly baked bread, soups, salads and small dishes, which you can enjoy in the restaurant or privately in your room. The rooms and suites are spread over 25 floors and some offer a beautiful view over the city.
The ANA Crowne Plaza Hotel Kumamoto New Sky on the Shirakawa River is part of the city's skyline. With its numerous facilities and classic Japanese hospitality, the hotel is a popular stopover for travellers visiting the famous Kumamoto Castle and Suizenji Park.
Gastronomy
The Suncielo restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner in an elegant atmosphere; the culinary focus is on Italian cuisine. At Kohrin you will find exquisite Japanese dishes on the menu. You can also look forward to the extensive sake list.
Spa
Swim a few lengths in the indoor pool.
A tranquil retreat in the secluded forest of Kurokawa. Enjoy the open hot spring baths, peaceful gardens and pedestrianised surroundings of the peaceful retreat. Harmonise with the changing seasons at this peaceful retreat in traditional Japanese architecture. Relax in invigorating hot spring baths and savour exquisite flavours at the restaurant. Ryokan Sanga offers a blend of traditional elegance and modern comfort for an unforgettable stay.
Gastronomy
Start the day with a good coffee. The food at the hotel is traditional Japanese and of very high quality.
On the premises of this ryokan, you will find a variety of convenient and tasty dining options whenever you get hungry.
Spa
There are several hot springs that are open to men, women and all genders. There is also a private onsen on the mountain, which can be booked through reception.
Guest rooms convey a sense of elegance and luxury in an unmistakable atmosphere of peace and serenity, offering breathtaking views of the tropical town of Naha. The rooms on the Club floor, serviced around the clock by attentive Guest Relations staff, offer discerning travellers a higher level of convenient service.
Gastronomy
Something for every taste, every mood and every occasion: savour various restaurants with refined menus and services or relax to the rhythms of live jazz in the tea lounge every evening. Round off the evening with a cocktail at the bar, which is decorated with old photographs and landscapes. The culinary offerings include international classics, Japanese specialities and Spanish tapas.
Spa
At The Naha Terrace, experienced therapists combine proven techniques with aromatic oil blends to create luxurious facial and body treatments that ensure your complete physical and mental relaxation.
German citizens require a passport to enter the country, which must be valid for 6 months after departure. German citizens do not require a visa for tourist stays of up to 180 days in total. When entering the country, a residence permit ("Landing Permission") is issued at the airport as a "Temporary Visitor" for an initial period of 90 days. Entry forms in English and Japanese are handed out on the aircraft and must be completed. Important: You must also enter the address of your hotel as well as your flight and passport number. So please have your pen, passport and ticket ready, as well as the name of your hotel.
There are no vaccination requirements for direct entry from Germany. The Federal Foreign Office recommends checking the standard vaccinations according to the current vaccination calendar of the Robert Koch Institute for children and adults (see: www.rki.de) when travelling and completing them if necessary.
You can find detailed information in the current vaccination calendar of the Robert Koch Institute at:
http://www.rki.de
Kyūshū is one of the warmer regions in Japan. The climate is almost temperate, but there are also a few humid months with high humidity and high temperatures. The best time to visit is during the warm summer months with temperatures of up to 30 degrees. From December to March it is relatively cool at 10 degrees.
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Extend your stay on Kyushu in Okinawa Honto, the largest of the Ryukyu Islands deep in the south. The island and its surroundings are home to an astonishing variety of species, including dugongs, the Okinawa woodpecker and the Okinawa rail. Culturally, Okinawa boasts nine UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
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